For 6 years beginning in 2010, Stephen Fabes cycled 86,000 km across 75 countries, from the scorching deserts of Syria and Afghanistan to the freezing Mongolian steppe. He survived blizzards, landslides, marauding school children, and a run-in with a gunman.   Along the way Stephen slept in the homes of people in more than 50 countries and is convinced that goodwill is global. He also raised more than 20,000 pounds for an NGO to help prevent disease and establish local health services. You can learn more about Stephen and his adventure at cyclingthe6.com and stephenfabes.com. Stephen Fabes, welcome to The Pursuit Zone.

Most musicians tour in a van, but not Ben Weaver. The bicycle is his mode of transportation. With custom bike bags for his guitar and banjo, Ben has toured 1,500 miles from St. Paul to New Orleans and recently spent 16 days cycling 1,400 miles around Lake Superior for his Surrounding Water tour. In addition to his eight studio albums he has published 4 books of poetry and he partners with organizations to help raise awareness around water and land issues. You can learn more about Ben at his website benweaver.net. Ben Weaver, welcome to The Pursuit Zone.